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Old 02-26-2010, 05:17 AM
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grouseridge
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Originally Posted by Integra
holes in the Rims allow dirt to get in and grind up your foams.....holes in the tires will allow the tire to breath while not allowing anything in due to centrifugal force like the rim holes will.....i would highly suggest a proper leather hole punch VS a knife or a drill of any sort...ive seen too many messed up tires over the years....do it properly from the get go.

Mounted wheels are a challenge to deal with but can be done...just try not to punch a hole in the foam while doing it.
Is best to fill the rim holes with shoegoo or silicon? Or leave them open?
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